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MonogatariClothing

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AnnouncementMonogatari is (originally) a Dutch clothing label inspired by mythology, (pre-)history , archaeology and fantasy.
I am also an archaeologist and goldsmith, I just enjoy working with my hands and I have always had an interest in other cultures, history and crafts. With your purchases you helped me finance my master project, that is about black-patinated alloys from the Eastern Mediterranean Bronze Age (3rd-2nd Mill BC). Currently I am looking for employment, and a PhD position to continue research on this topic.

Since I'm jobseeking, I'm currently taking a break from Etsy - I will still be making things but it may be some months before I list anything again (end of 2016?)

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Last updated on Aug 9, 2016

Monogatari is (originally) a Dutch clothing label inspired by mythology, (pre-)history , archaeology and fantasy.
I am also an archaeologist and goldsmith, I just enjoy working with my hands and I have always had an interest in other cultures, history and crafts. With your purchases you helped me finance my master project, that is about black-patinated alloys from the Eastern Mediterranean Bronze Age (3rd-2nd Mill BC). Currently I am looking for employment, and a PhD position to continue research on this topic.

Since I'm jobseeking, I'm currently taking a break from Etsy - I will still be making things but it may be some months before I list anything again (end of 2016?)

About

Clothing to (re-)create history

In 2006 I started with my own clothing label Monogatari, which was influenced by mythology, history and fantasy. The style ranged from romantic gowns to street wear. In 2010 I embarked on a long-held dream of mine: to study archaeology. This was so demanding in time, that I decided to discontinue my business temporarily. It has brought me so many beautiful experiences and I've travelled to places I wouldn't have dreamed of ever going to. Now I am in the later phases of my study (2 year master)- and I have some time again. Maybe I will be able to put these archaeological experiences into my work (for example, some designs may be inspired upon an archaeological find). I also hope to get back to goldsmithing this year, so expect some jewellery for sale in the future as well:).

My reasons for choosing the name ' Monogatari'* is partially a long held fascination for mythology & Japan, and the idea that clothing is often tied to nostalgia in some form...some clothing is worn at certain life stages, events or occasions and with it you can either ' transform' yourself (temporarily?) in a different character (dressed for ' function' such as job interview/ ' authority' )or just what I specialize in: a bit of escapism and love for (imagined) culture of the past. I like the idea that my creations hopefully add to happy memories in your life.

(* Monogatari is a Japanese literary form in which mythologies or fictional /'more embellished' family histories are told. One very famous work of fiction is that of Genji Monogatari.)

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I've always enjoyed working with my hands, and I do a variety of things (dressmaking, knitting, gold-, silver,- and blacksmithing).

Shop policies

Last updated onFebruary 22, 2015

Hello there :)! I'm Marianne Talma from the Netherlands, currently studying Archaeology in Germany. After concentrating most of my time on my studies, I missed my sewing machine so much I couldn't take it anymore- so here I am. With my clothing brand Monogatari I aim to bring some nostalgia from the past...or for the future past:) If anything, foremost: I like to make other people happy with them - I put a lot of heart in my work and I try to keep the whole process fair. I am also open for sometimes trading items- it is not always about the money.

I've also had an education in goldsmithing...I hope to make more jewellery in the future, but I think that will still be a few months, perhaps after my masters' thesis is done. I might occasionally also offer items I have made with experimental archaeology (metallurgy)...for example bronze casting or black smithing.

Payment

Payment is due within 3 business days (paypal), but it is always negotiable, as long as it is done beforehand.

Shipping

As a precaution, I state 1-2 business days to ship items out, but in most cases if I am able, I will ship out the same day. Depending on your destination, it can take 1-3 weeks before an item arrives, unfortunately the German post offers no guarantees. I can therefore only give you an estimation (message me about it!)

Refunds and Exchanges

Items can be returned within 30 days after purchase, although I'd like the buyer to contact me within 3 days of receipt if there are any problems. Items must be returned
'unworn' (excluding fitting), unaltered and clean. I can't refund you the shipping cost, but if everything is in order, I will refund you the purchase price.

In the case of some flaw in the fabric or production, I will try to correct it for you.